Free Level 1 Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time during the day. No GCSEs are required. You'll have an informal interview to confirm the course is the right fit, and an enrolment task to complete before you start. The course introduces you to working in health, social care, and children's and young people's settings. It runs over one year.
Who this course is for
The Step into College course is a great option for those who don't have formal qualifications or haven't followed a traditional educational path who are interested in the Health and Social Care sector. You don't need any specific qualifications to apply, and applications are based on an informal discussion at interview. This course is ideal for students with barriers to learning due to the nurturing learning environment to help eliminate and support those barriers. This course combines a basic introduction to health and social care where you will study Level 1 award in Introduction to Health and Social Care and Children�s and Young People�s Settings, along with essential employability skills, English and maths.
Entry requirements
No specific GCSE entry qualifications are required, but you must successfully complete and submit your enrolment task as directed.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care work.
You'll learn about safeguarding and how to keep vulnerable people safe.
You'll understand the importance of communication in care settings.
You'll look at how to support people's health, wellbeing, and dignity.
You'll gain an introduction to working with children and young people.
You'll develop awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at City College Norwich, full-time during the day. Learning is delivered in a supportive environment designed to help you build knowledge at your own pace. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed during the course. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Nursery assistant: helping with the care and learning of young children.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Playworker: supporting children's play and development in community settings.
School support assistant: working alongside teachers with pupils' welfare.
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care to people in their own homes.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to work as a care assistant or support worker.
Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Education and Childcare: if you're drawn toward working with children in nursery or school settings.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a route toward higher-level roles or university study in nursing, social work, or allied health.
